unfounded
adjective
un·found·ed
ˌən-ˈfau̇n-dəd 
: lacking a sound basis : groundless, unwarranted
an unfounded accusation
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the accusation proved to be unfounded
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Bolsonaro has already been banned by Brazil’s top electoral court from running in elections until 2030 over abuse of power while in office and casting unfounded doubts on the country’s electronic voting system.
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Tyler Whetstone, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
In a statement, the Russian embassy said the allegations of interference in the lawmaker’s case were unfounded and unacceptable.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2025
Bolsonaro has already been banned by Brazil’s top electoral court from running in elections until 2030 over abuse of power while in office and casting unfounded doubts on the country’s electronic voting system.
—Eléonore Hughes, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2025
Recognizing which fears are unfounded can prevent avoidable conflict and build healthier and more trusting relationships.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unfounded
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unfounded
adjective
un·found·ed
ˌən-ˈfau̇n-dəd
ˈən-
: lacking a sound base : groundless
unfounded suspicions
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